Rajnath commissions ICG’s 1st indigenously built pollution control vessel ‘Samudra Pratap’

05/01/2026

Panaji, Jan 5: Def-ence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard's (ICG) first indigenously designed and built pollution control vessel 'Samudra Pratap' in Goa on Monday.
The 114.5-metre vessel, built by the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), has over 60 per cent of indigenous content. The 4,200-tonne vessel boasts a speed of more than 22 knots and an endurance of 6,000 nautical miles, officials said. It will serve as a critical platform for enforcing marine pollution control regulations, maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and safeguarding India's Exclusive Economic Zone.
As the largest and most advanced pollution control vessel built in India, SamudraPratap stands as a testament to the nation's shipbuilding excellence and long-term vision for a cleaner, safer, and self-reliant maritime future, the ICG said in a statement. The vessel was formally delivered in December to the Coast Guard at GSL. Defence Minister Singh on Monday commissioned the ship at GSL, Vasco, in South Goa.
Chief Minister PramodSawant, Union Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and ICG Director General Paramesh Sivamani were present on the occasion. Singh said this occasion is connected to India's great maritime vision. "India believes that marine resources are not the property of any one country; they are the shared heritage of humanity," he said.
"When heritage is shared, its responsibility is also shared. This is why India has today become a responsible maritime power," he added.
Singh noted that SamudraPratap is India's first indigenously designed pollution control vessel. "It is the largest vessel in the Coast Guard fleet to date," he said.
More than 60 per cent indigenous material has been used in it. "In itself, this is a strong step forward in the direction of a self-reliant India. The true meaning of 'Make in India' is visible in projects like this," he said.
Singh said that "even in such a complex platform, we have achieved this level of indigenous content, which shows that our defence industrial ecosystem has now become quite mature."
"But it needs to become even more mature. I want not just 60 per cent, but up to 90 per cent indigenous content in our ships. This is our endeavour," he commented.
India has achieved such capabilities in defence manufacturing that today it is able to handle even complex challenges related to manufacturing, he said.
Singh said that in recent years, marine pollution has been seen emerging as a serious challenge.
"It is obvious that as marine pollution increases, it will affect the livelihood of fishermen, the future of coastal communities, and the safety of our coming generations," he pointed out. Singh also said that ensuring adequate participation of women is the goal of their government.
"I am happy that, keeping this vision in mind, the Coast Guard has given due attention to women's empowerment. This is a matter of pride for us," he said. He noted that women officers have been appointed to important responsibilities such as pilot, observer, air traffic controller, and logistics officer.
"Not only this, they are being trained for hovercraft operations. They are being actively deployed in frontline operations. Today, women are not only in support roles, but are also serving as front-line warriors," he said.
The commissioning of 'SamudraPratap' marks a major step forward in India's pursuit of 'atmanirbharta' (self-reliance) in shipbuilding and maritime capability development, the ICG said.
Samudra Pratap, meaning Majesty of the Seas, reflects the Indian Coast Guard's resolve to ensure safe, secure and clean seas while safeguarding the nation's maritime interests. The ship represents a major advancement in indigenous ship design and construction, it said.

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